doobie31 178 Posted November 27, 2021 I'm way early in the process trying to lose 25 pounds as my surgeon requests. Seems like a good time to get used to drinking Protein Shakes. So I just had my first one - Syntrax Nectar Grape with Water. WOW! This is not going to be easy! 😂 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
h3@lthy43V3R21 1 Posted November 27, 2021 Try other flavors. I had good luck with Premier Protein powder… it’s like $22-26 on Amazon cones several different flavors… I’m lactose intolerant so I mixed mines with almond milk. It’s an acquired taste lol but so worth it… you’ll drop that weight in no time and can have your surgery and start your new life. Best of luck to you 🤗 1 doobie31 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vikingbeast 987 Posted November 27, 2021 I swore by OWYN ("Only What You Need") vanilla before surgery, and post-op I can't stand them and basically only drink Fairlife Core Power which is essentially chocolate (or vanilla) milk with Protein in it. Find the one you like now but don't assume you're going to love it after surgery, so don't stock up. 1 doobie31 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
catwoman7 11,220 Posted November 27, 2021 I always mix the fruit-flavored Syntrax powders with Crystal Light lemonade. I think they taste better that way - but then, not everyone loves Syntrax products. 1 doobie31 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
huskymama 149 Posted November 27, 2021 I love muscle milk. Premier is okay I can tolerate it. I started my liquid diet but ate thanksgiving dinner just light. It’s a good time to try flavors and brands. 1 doobie31 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
doobie31 178 Posted November 28, 2021 I had the chocolate truffle with 1% milk this afternoon. SO MUCH BETTER!!! 2 SleeveToBypass2023 and catwoman7 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Elahnen 183 Posted November 28, 2021 I’m a fan of ghost Protein Powder mixed with almond milk. The flavors chips ahoy, Oreo and fruity Cereal milk really taste like their names!!! I like premier and Vega powders to, but never get sick of the ghost. They are sold out a lot on the ghost website so I always get them from gnc.com 1 doobie31 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
catwoman7 11,220 Posted November 28, 2021 49 minutes ago, doobie31 said: I had the chocolate truffle with 1% milk this afternoon. SO MUCH BETTER!!! the Syntrax one? I like chocolate and vanilla powders (regardless of brand) mixed with almond milk (or any kind of milk) rather than Water. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
doobie31 178 Posted November 28, 2021 20 minutes ago, catwoman7 said: the Syntrax one? I like chocolate and vanilla powders (regardless of brand) mixed with almond milk (or any kind of milk) rather than Water. Yes the Syntrax but I'll keep that in mind and try other choco and vanillas. I want to get used to non-milk milks, too, since I can be a bit lactose intolerant. I plan to try soy and almond and hopefully make the switch, but not there yet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BirdLady21 59 Posted November 28, 2021 YOU GOT THIS!!!! I have several favors of Bariatric Fusion shakes and they are very tasty. The chicken noodle Soup is my go to dinner shake. Nice to have something warm and savory after sweet shakes throughout the day. Today I mixed it with some chicken broth and a spoon full of strained fat free cream of chicken Soup and it was just heavenly. All of my other shakes flavors I mix with lactaid Protein. I’m 4 days post op, but so far so good. 1 SleeveToBypass2023 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
doobie31 178 Posted November 28, 2021 1 hour ago, BirdLady21 said: YOU GOT THIS!!!! I have several favors of Bariatric Fusion shakes and they are very tasty. The chicken noodle Soup is my go to dinner shake. Nice to have something warm and savory after sweet shakes throughout the day. Today I mixed it with some chicken broth and a spoon full of strained fat free cream of chicken Soup and it was just heavenly. All of my other shakes flavors I mix with lactaid Protein. I’m 4 days post op, but so far so good. Savory shakes - that sounds great. I'm a vegetarian, but I'm sure there are some out there. That's a great idea. Doobie. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
doobie31 178 Posted November 30, 2021 Just had the Syntrax Nectar Double Stuffed (Oreo) with 1% milk. Oh yeah! Now we're talking. Also had the Lemonade with ice cold Water and was much better than the Grape with room temp water. So I think I can do this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
StaffiwMarocson19 1 Posted February 16, 2022 Wonderful post, thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites